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It aims to enable a fast response to BOM, design, or manufacturability improvements or problems that impede assembly operations.\nThe MET also acts as a liaison between design engineering and production team members during prototype and pilot builds. The MET also supports Manufacturing Engineering by identifying areas where Manufacturing Assembly Instructions (MAI’s) / standardized work instructions would improve productivity and/or quality. The MET also assists in the design and implementation of new tooling and/or fixtures.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nTwo year degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience with 4+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.\nExperience in manufacturing and/or assembly lines is needed. Welding and/or metal fabrication is desired.\nStrong computer AutoDesk skills, including Microsoft Office applications and experience with computer database systems.\nExperience with CAD programs (Solidworks; Autocad is a plus), to properly troubleshoot manufacturability issues.\nBasic understanding of an ERP System- preferably, IFS\nResults-oriented, able to maintain positive relationships with all levels of staff, be a team player, and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.\nDemonstrated competency in identifying root causes of manufacturability problems and suggesting corrective measures.\nDemonstrated strong communication skills during the resolution of assembly problems with assembly team members and shop supervisors.\nAbility to work in cross functional teams to achieve operational results required.\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:\nKnowledge of BOMs and product structures. Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings.\nExcellent oral and written communication skills.\nExcellent organizational skills.\nExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.\nGood understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts, Kaizen, or project management concepts including scope management planning, budgeting, and scheduling.\nSelf-starter with a demonstrated sense of urgency and ownership within your area of responsibility\nResponsibilities:\nSupport growth of PowerSecure by providing plant floor support in the following areas:\nAlong with MEs and Production Supervisors, identify process improvement and labor efficiency opportunities in the assembly of both generators and switchgear. Coordinate with production management and manufacturing engineering management to achieve consensus on which items to implement. Follow-up to ensure items tagged for implementation are completed in a timely fashion.\nProvide technical assistance to our manufacturing products and processes.\nSupport ME and Production with DFMA initiatives.\nProvide training to production as needed on manufacturing processes, Work Instructions and Change Management.\nProvide support with product structure, BOM, routings and part set up to ensure manufacturability and optimal material flow.\nPromote, educate, and instill a culture of waste identification and elimination throughout the manufacturing operation by utilizing Lean Manufacturing concepts and the principles of Kaizen (continuous improvement).\nWill be working imbedded in the manufacturing process gathering data to support Manufacturing Engineering/Continuous Improvement initiatives.\nMust be willing to travel to DI-Randleman manufacturing facility, work extended hours and weekends.\nAbility to train and mentor less experienced Manufacturing Engineer Technicians\nPhysical Demands: 30% seated desk and computer work to 70% walking and standing - shop floor. 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